Origin
Fort Gibson, OK
Night in Fort Gibson on Saturday
Local time
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Gibson, OK to Moore, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
149.9 mi
241 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 32m
★
6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 4m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 48m
3 PM
2h 51m
5 PM
3h 3m
8 PM
2h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Gibson, OK
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Moore, OK
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Trip Overview
Fort Gibson to Moore is 150 miles and takes about 2 hours 42 minutes via Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains, moving from one part of Oklahoma to another. Expect a rather turn-heavy local drive, so don't anticipate a high-speed interstate cruise. With only one recommended stop and a total duration under three hours, this is a straightforward, same-day trip that's easy to fit into your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75 miles from Fort Gibson, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 98 mi | 1h 39m |
| South 32nd Street | 19.1 mi | 20m |
| Southeast Expressway | 12.3 mi | 13m |
| OK 165 | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| Muskogee Turnpike | 3 mi | 3m |
| Veteran's Memorial Highway | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| Helen Cole Memorial Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
— 98 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Gibson, OK and Moore, OK.
1
Start on OK 80
266 ft
·
13 sec
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North Lee Street
2
Turn left onto West Hickory Avenue
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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West Hickory Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto North Scott Street
436 ft
·
10 sec
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North Scott Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto West Poplar Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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West Poplar Street
5
Continue on North Georgetown Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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North Georgetown Road
6
Turn right onto US 62
2.3 mi
·
2 min
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Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward OK 165 South, OK 351 East: Fort Smith
Use the sharp right lane.
8
Merge onto OK 165; OK 351
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Muskogee Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit onto OK 165
5.6 mi
·
8 min
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OK 165
Toward OK 165 West: Peak Boulevard
Use the right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto US 69
19 mi
·
20 min
·
South 32nd Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 40
23 mi
·
22 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 40
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on I 40
75 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 240; OK 3
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Southeast Expressway
Toward OK 3 West, I 240 West: Lawton, Dallas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 4A
Toward I 35 South, US 77 South: Dallas
Use the right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Use the straight lane.
19
Merge onto I 35; US 77
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
20
Continue on I 35; US 77
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 118
Toward North 12th Street, Main Street, North 5th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Turn straight onto North Interstate Highway 35 Frontage Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Interstate Highway 35 Frontage Road
23
Continue on West Service Road
489 ft
·
9 sec
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West Service Road
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
24
Continue on North Moore Avenue
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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North Moore Avenue
25
Continue on West Service Road
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
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West Service Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
26
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
27
Turn left onto North Broadway Street
486 ft
·
15 sec
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North Broadway Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
28
Arrive at destination
North Broadway Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 42 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with when to depart. Leaving mid-morning should allow you to arrive at your destination with plenty of daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop and a total of 150 miles, you can easily complete this drive without needing to break it up. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $23; it's wise to top off before leaving Fort Gibson to ensure you have enough for the entire journey, especially given the local road nature of much of the route.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75 miles from Fort Gibson, OK, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 33 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Moore, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fort Gibson, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fort Gibson, OK
This is one driving day of about 149.9 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Fort Gibson, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway for about 98 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75 miles from Fort Gibson, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 4.8 and 147.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
4.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward OK 165 South, OK 351 East: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the sharp right lane.
Toward OK 165 South, OK 351 East: Fort Smith
7
13.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
133.4 mi into trip
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~2h 22m in
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I 240; OK 3 / Southeast Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 240; OK 3 / Southeast Expressway toward OK 3 West, I 240 West: Lawton, Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward OK 3 West, I 240 West: Lawton, Dallas
8
145.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward I 35 South, US 77 South: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 4A
Toward I 35 South, US 77 South: Dallas
8
147.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 39m in
Take the exit toward North 12th Street, Main Street, North 5th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 118
Toward North 12th Street, Main Street, North 5t...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.44 one way
$46.87 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.73 | $51.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.85 | $57.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.10 | $66.19 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.21
Muskogee Turnpike
(3 mi)
$0.21
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45 | 0 | $15.74 | $7.20 |
| Efficient EV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.12 | $6.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60 | 0 | $20.99 | $9.59 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Moore, OK
Night in Moore on Saturday
Local time
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
15 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 42m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Oklahoma City National Memorial
National Memorial
The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. It encompasses the now sacred soil where the Al...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
$18
near mile 144.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a good number of intersections and changes in direction. While 14% of the route utilizes highways, much of it will feel like local road travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 98 miles along the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires consistent attention to navigation rather than settling into a long, straight highway pace.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98 mi on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 149.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 133.4 miles (I 240; OK 3 / Southeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fort Gibson, OK to Moore, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas along the way.
Dallas
133.4 mi in
|
~2h 22m
|
via I 240; OK 3
About the Cities
Arriving in Moore, OK
Full guide →Moore is in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma and a suburb of Oklahoma City.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 149.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98 miles on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.21 in tolls one way, starting with Muskogee Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Moore, OK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 133.4 miles (I 240; OK 3 / Southeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Moore, OK before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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